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Research Analyst/Senior Research Analyst - Applied Research - Milken Institute
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Research Analyst/Senior Research Analyst - Applied Research
Milken Institute
Santa Monica, CA 90401

The Opportunity:

A publicly supported, nonpartisan economic think tank, the Milken Institute aims to improve lives by advancing innovative economic and policy solutions that create jobs, widen access to capital and enhance health. We believe that human capital is the essential ingredient for success, and we’re looking for talented professionals who share our commitment to excellence.

The (Senior) Research Analyst will work collaboratively to conduct applied research. This individual will have a sophisticated understanding of how to find and interpret economic and financial data, and will help to construct and execute econometric models or projections.

Building upon previous Milken Institute work in regional economics and finance, the (Senior) Research Analyst will contribute to a wide range of projects, such as the economic impact of universities and education on state and metropolitan economies; the payoff of investments in early childhood health; or the impact of cross-border capital flows on economic growth and cost of capital in countries. This position will provide an outstanding opportunity to contribute to influential and groundbreaking reports that will be considered by policymakers and business leaders; excellent writing skills are required.

Based in our Santa Monica headquarters, the (Senior) Research Analyst will also be directly involved in our major conferences. He or she will have an opportunity to interact with the world’s foremost leaders in health, business, finance and public policy as part of preparing for and supporting panel sessions. Candidates for this position must have the communication and interpersonal skills to deal with these constituents effectively.

Responsibilities:

• Build, maintain, organize and update data sets
• Participate in the development and execution of econometric models and functions that can be integrated into a wide range of projects
• Write up findings and recommendations that can be shared with stakeholders and disseminated to impact public policy
• Work with the head of research to conduct broader economic and statistical analysis
• Assist senior staff by developing presentations for conferences and forums
• Make presentations and participate in discussions with the media and stakeholders

Requirements:

• For Research Analyst, bachelor’s degree in economics with 1-2 years of experience or master’s degree with limited experience. For Senior Research Analyst, master’s degree in economics with 2-5 years of experience; Ph.D. is a plus but not required.
• Ability to understand and work with complex economic and financial data. Must be able to maintain, organize and update large data sets.
• Statistical estimation and model-building skills, including econometrics using statistical software such as STATA, SAS, SPSS or EViews.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills. Must be able to translate complex economic and financial issues for an educated lay audience.
• Experience in developing PowerPoint presentations and managing complex data with Excel spreadsheets
• Familiarity with publicly available government data sets both on the state and federal level is a strong plus.
• Must be a self-starter who takes initiative
• Ability to work as part of a team and perform under deadline pressure

We offer a supportive work environment where ideas and ingenuity matter. Apply today if you’re ready to grow — and ready to help us make a real impact in the world.

An equal opportunity employer, the Milken Institute provides excellent benefits, including medical/dental, LTD, life insurance, a flex spending program, a retirement savings plan and a company gym.

To apply, please e-mail your resume/C.V. along with a cover letter to: kgiles@milkeninstitute.org. (Important: Please reference JOB CODE: RA,Applied Research in the subject line.)

No phone calls or agencies, please.

Research Analyst/Senior Research Analyst - California
Milken Institute
Santa Monica, CA 90401

The Opportunity

A publicly supported, nonpartisan economic think tank, the Milken Institute aims to improve lives by advancing innovative economic and policy solutions that create jobs, widen access to capital and enhance health. We believe that human capital is the essential ingredient for success, and we’re looking for talented professionals who share our commitment to excellence.

The California Center at the Milken Institute is focused on improving lives and the economy statewide. This position requires an excellent communicator who is knowledgeable about California, its economy and its politics, and has a passion for tackling key issues faced by leaders, businesses and residents. The (Senior) Research Analyst will work principally with the head of the California Center and development staff on projects involving economic growth and development in California. In addition, this team member will work with the head of the broader research department and other members of the research team to conduct detailed analysis, principally in the areas of regional economics. The right candidate will be skilled at interpreting economic and financial data, and writing clear and compelling analyses of economic, demographic and resource trends affecting the state’s future.

The (Senior) Research Analyst will interact frequently with business and political leaders as well as the public, so excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential. This position will provide an outstanding opportunity to contribute to influential, ground-breaking reports that will be read and considered by policymakers and the business community. Based in Santa Monica, the (Senior) Research Analyst will also be directly involved in our conferences, particularly the California-focused State of the State Conference. He or she will collaborate with prominent individuals as part of preparing for and supporting panel sessions.

The California Center provides a local and state focus to the Institute’s highly regarded work in regional economics, particularly in technology and knowledge-based economic development. In the months ahead, the center will continue to build on the Milken Institute’s previous work in tech-based development, motion picture and television production, transportation infrastructure, and energy, with a particular focus on job creation.

Responsibilities:
• Conduct applied research.
• Write up findings and recommendations that can be shared with stakeholders and disseminated to impact public policy.
• Analyze state and local data, ranging from venture capital investments to occupational data to trends in goods movement. Evaluate the economic benefits and ramifications of different scenarios.
• Work with the head of the California Center to help develop content for California-specific forums.
• Assist senior staff in developing high-impact presentations, primarily using PowerPoint.
• Make presentations and participate in discussions with the media and stakeholders when new publications are released and as part of the Institute’s ongoing work.

Requirements
• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in economics, public policy, business or a related field. Must have completed coursework in economics or statistics if the primary degree is not in economics.
• Two to four years of work experience in a field that directly deals with California policy or the state economy.
• Familiarity and experience with statistical estimation and software, such as STATA, SAS, SPSS or EViews. Experience using AREMOS and regional modeling software such as IMPLAN or REMI TranSight is preferred. Experience with data-mapping software such as ArcGIS is also beneficial.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills. Must be able to explain complex economic and financial issues to an educated lay audience.
• Ability to understand and work with complex economic and financial data. Must be able to maintain, organize and update large data sets.
• Proficiency in developing PowerPoint presentations and managing complex data with Excel spreadsheets.
• Willingness to work as part of a team and perform under deadline pressure.

We offer a supportive work environment where ideas and ingenuity matter. Apply today if you’re ready to grow — and ready to help us make a real impact in the world.

An equal opportunity employer, the Milken Institute provides excellent benefits, including medical/dental, LTD, life insurance, a flex spending program, a retirement savings plan and a company gym.

To apply, please e-mail your resume/C.V. along with a cover letter to: kgiles@milkeninstitute.org. (Important: Please reference JOB CODE: RA,CA in the subject line.)

No phone calls or agencies, please.

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